Latest Environmental Assessment News

Pancontinental Energy has upgraded its Saturn Complex prospective oil resources to 4 billion barrels net, supported by new basin modelling and seismic studies. The company is advancing environmental assessments and farmout discussions amid encouraging regional exploration activity.

Jameson Resources has significantly boosted the economic outlook of its Crown Mountain Hard Coking Coal Project, doubling its pre-tax NPV to US$942 million, while advancing environmental approvals and Indigenous partnerships in British Columbia.

Jindalee Lithium progresses its McDermitt Lithium Project with strong US government support and a promising new refining technology partnership, aiming to enhance sustainability and reduce costs.

Carnaby Resources reports promising assay results from its Trekelano drilling program and maintains a robust cash balance as it advances the Greater Duchess Copper Gold Project towards a Q3 2025 Pre-Feasibility Study completion.

International Graphite Limited has partnered with Arctic Graphite AS to establish a new expandable graphite facility in Germany, aiming to bolster European supply with an initial 3,000 tonnes per year capacity. Backed by a potential $10 million funding commitment, this venture marks a strategic push into critical mineral processing amid rising demand.

Green Technology Metals (ASX – GT1) announces a significant maiden Rubidium Mineral Resource at its Seymour Project in Ontario, positioning the company at the forefront of critical minerals supply with a valuable by-product alongside lithium.

St Barbara Limited updates on its Nova Scotia operations with progress on the 15-Mile Processing Hub prefeasibility study, reclamation milestones at Touquoy, and a pioneering pumped hydro energy storage project, while weighing strategic options for its Atlantic Gold assets.

Macro Metals Limited and WA Limestone have completed the acquisition of the Derby East Construction Sands Project near Derby, WA, positioning themselves to tap into growing Southeast Asian sand markets. The project offers low-risk mining potential with strong logistics links to the Port of Derby.

Horizon Gold Limited has reinforced the potential of its Gum Creek Gold Project, boasting a 2.14 million ounce resource and progressing steadily towards a feasibility study completion in early 2026.

Carnavale Resources has announced a substantial 38% increase in gold resources at its Kookynie Gold Project, including the addition of a new high-grade Tiptoe lode. This update significantly enhances the project's economic potential as an updated Scoping Study is underway.

FireFly Metals reports exceptional infill drilling results at its Green Bay Copper-Gold Project, confirming strong mineral continuity and setting the stage for a resource upgrade and mining feasibility studies.

Alcoa Corporation reported solid Q2 2025 operational results despite tariff headwinds and lower metal prices, completing a major joint venture sale and managing a delayed smelter restart.